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Canada —
living it

In 2025, Roisin and I moved to Vancouver. This is our journal — the hikes, the road trips, the parks, and the experience of making the Canadian Rockies a home range rather than a holiday destination.

BC
Current home
10
Guides published
More
Coming regularly
Destination Guides
Explore Canada’s Best Cities
Vancouver City Guide City Guide
Vancouver City Guide
A local’s guide to Vancouver’s neighbourhoods, hikes, beaches, coffee shops and outdoor adventures.
North Vancouver Guide North Shore
North Vancouver Guide
Mountains, breweries, coffee shops, hiking trails and local favourites across the North Shore.
Most Popular
Road Trips & Itineraries
Canada Road Trip Most Popular
Canada Road Trip: Ultimate Bucket List Guide
The ultimate journey through Banff, Jasper, Whistler and the Icefields Parkway.
Canada Itinerary Itinerary
Complete Canada Road Trip
A detailed day-by-day itinerary covering the highlights of Western Canada.
Jasper National Park National Park
Jasper National Park
Discover glaciers, wildlife, mountain lakes and one of Canada’s most spectacular national parks.
Trail Guides
Best Day Hikes in British Columbia
Day Hike
Grouse Grind
Everything you need to know about Vancouver’s most famous climb.
Trail Guide
Lynn Canyon & Lynn Peak
Forest trails, suspension bridges and one of the best free hikes in Vancouver.
Backpacking Guides
Multi-Day Adventures Near Vancouver
Elfin Lakes Night 1
Elfin Lakes & Opal Cone
The perfect introduction to backpacking in Garibaldi Provincial Park.
Panorama Ridge Night 2
Panorama Ridge & Black Tusk
The crown jewel of Garibaldi Provincial Park and one of Canada’s most spectacular viewpoints.
Wedgemount Lake Night 3
Wedgemount Lake
Whistler’s toughest climb and one of British Columbia’s most rewarding alpine lakes.
Canada Immigration
Start Your Move To Canada
Canada IEC Visa Step 1
Canada IEC Visa Guide
Everything you need to know about applying for a Canada Working Holiday Visa, eligibility requirements, insurance, proof of funds and entering the IEC pool.
Moving to Canada Step 2
Moving To Canada & Living In Vancouver
Discover how to get your SIN number, open a bank account, secure accommodation, find a job and settle into life in Vancouver after arriving in Canada.
Living in Vancouver Step 3
Why Vancouver Is A Great Place To Live
Explore Vancouver’s neighbourhoods, outdoor lifestyle, job opportunities, beaches, mountains and everything that makes British Columbia so attractive.
Tested here

Gear tested in the Canadian Rockies

The Rockies and my local North Vancouver trails are my current testing grounds. Whether it’s a technical high-altitude scramble or a long weekend marathon training run, unpredictable weather and rough terrain are ideal conditions for finding out what gear actually works.

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The Journal

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Rockies on TrekMind

Explore Canadian Rockies hiking routes on the TrekMind globe — elevation profiles, difficulty ratings, and day-by-day breakdowns before you visit.

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